Passing Into Target Areas # 4
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 14+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- 3 teams
- grid (25yds x 40yds)
- target areas (5 x 5yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- play 4 v 4, 5 v 5, 6 v 6 etc.
- neutral players are responsible for keeping balls in play from the middle line
- players attempt to pass into target area to player who connects to a third teammate with a 1 or 2 touch pass in
- order to score a point
- switch roles once a team has five points
Variation:
- players must play a lofted pass to target player
- limit number of touches for field players
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- switch point of attack away from pressure
- keep the ball moving with quick accurate passing
